Litzow History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Early Origins of the Litzow family

The surname Litzow was first found in Brandenburg, where the name became noted for its many branches within the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied and enrolled by the princes of the region. The name possibly has its origin in the city name Lietzen in Brandenburg, but is probably much older than this mediaeval town, having its roots in the ancient Slavic tribes of the Silesian and Bohemian regions. In their later history the family became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Litzow family

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Early Notables of the Litzow family (pre 1700)

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Migration of the Litzow family to the New World and Oceana

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: John Wilhelm Litz, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1751. One bearer of the variation Litze arrived in New Orleans in 1822. Rudolph Litzer came to Philadelphia in 1737.

Contemporary Notables of the name Litzow (post 1700)

Steve Litzow, American politician, Member of the Washington Senate (2010-)